Trending Now - WNBA Teams Shake up Roster With Key Player Trades

WHO:

Sportskeeda - DiJonai Carrington is the next big name on the Chicago Sky's offseason moves.

ESPN - The Chicago Sky traded two-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist Ariel Atkins to the Los Angeles Sparks for 2024 No. 4 overall pick Rickea Jackson.

ESPN - DiJonai Carrington has joined the Chicago Sky as part of their offseason moves.

ESPN - The Sparks signed Ariel Atkins to a multiyear deal in a sign-and-trade.

ESPN - The Sparks added 2019 All-Star Erica Wheeler to play alongside 2024 No. 2 overall pick Cameron Brink.

ESPN - DiJonai Carrington has joined the Chicago Sky as part of their offseason moves.

ESPN - The Chicago Sky added seven-time All-Star Skylar Diggins and 2021 WNBA champion Azura Stevens in free agency.

ESPN - The Sky re-signed Elizabeth Williams and Rachel Banham.

Sportskeeda - The Chicago Sky acquired Rickea Jackson from the Los Angeles Sparks.

ESPN - The Chicago Sky traded Ariel Atkins to the Los Angeles Sparks.

ESPN - Ariel Atkins is a two-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist.

ESPN - Nneka Ogwumike is a 10-time All-Star who signed with the Sparks.

ESPN - Kelsey Plum is a four-time All-Star and two-time WNBA champion who re-signed with the Sparks.

ESPN - Dearica Hamby is a three-time All-Star who also plays for the Sparks.

ESPN - Erica Wheeler is a 2019 All-Star who joined the Sparks.

Bleacher Report - Angel Reese was traded by the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream.

WHAT:

ESPN - Atkins was a starter on the 2019 championship team with the Washington Mystics.

Bleacher Report - Jackson averaged 14.7 points on 42.4% shooting in her second year with the Sparks, with a three-point shooting percentage of 34.8% on 4.9 attempts per game.

ESPN - Jackson is still on her rookie contract.

ESPN - Jackson averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 2025 while shooting 42.4% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range.

ESPN - The Sky also traded a 2028 first-round pick to the Washington Mystics for guard Jacy Sheldon.

ESPN - Atkins is a career 36.2% three-point shooter.

Bleacher Report - Jackson averaged 14.7 points on 42.4% shooting in her second year with the Sparks.

ESPN - The Chicago Sky traded Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for a pair of first-round picks on April 3rd, 2026.

ESPN - The Sky traded a 2028 first-round pick to the Washington Mystics for guard Jacy Sheldon.

ESPN - Jackson was named to the All-Rookie team in 2024.

Sportskeeda - The Chicago Sky traded two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins for Rickea Jackson.

ESPN - The Sparks signed Atkins to a multiyear deal in a sign-and-trade.

ESPN - Atkins averaged 13.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.6 steals last season, shooting 44.4% from the field.

ESPN - Jackson averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 2025, shooting 42.4% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range.

Bleacher Report - The Sky traded Angel Reese for 2027 and 2028 first-round picks.

WHERE:

ESPN - The Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks are both teams in the WNBA.

ESPN - The Washington Mystics are the team where Atkins previously played.

WHEN:

Bleacher Report - The trade negotiations for Jackson were first reported on Thursday, April 7th, 2026.

ESPN - The trade for Rickea Jackson was completed on Sunday, April 10th, 2026.

ESPN - The trade for DiJonai Carrington was confirmed on April 10th, 2026.

Sportskeeda - The trade for Rickea Jackson was completed on Sunday, April 10th, 2026.

ESPN - The trade for Ariel Atkins occurred on Sunday, April 10th, 2026.

Bleacher Report - The trade negotiations for Jackson were first reported on Thursday, April 7th, 2026.

Bleacher Report - The Sky announced the trade of Angel Reese on Monday, April 3rd, 2026.

WHY:

Bleacher Report - The fanbase expressed disappointment over the trade of Angel Reese, citing it as a worrying example of losing a homegrown star.

Bleacher Report - The Sky's trade of Angel Reese was seen as a worrying example of losing a homegrown star, with the fanbase expressing disappointment.

ESPN - The Sparks are clearly aiming to contend in 2026 as they signed 10-time All-Star Nneka Ogwumike and also re-signed four-time All-Star and two-time WNBA champion Kelsey Plum and three-time All-Star Dearica Hamby.

Sportskeeda - The Chicago Sky's aggressive roster reconstruction follows the trade of Angel Reese, which has been met with significant fan reaction.

Bleacher Report - The Sky's trade of Angel Reese was seen as a worrying example of losing a homegrown star, with the fanbase expressing disappointment.

ESPN - The Sparks are aiming to contend in 2026 by acquiring Atkins and other key players.

Bleacher Report - The Sky's trade of Angel Reese was seen as a worrying example of losing a homegrown star.

HOW:

Bleacher Report - The trade for Jackson involved the Sky giving up Atkins, who was designated as a core player.

ESPN - The trade for Jackson involved the Sky giving up Atkins, who was designated as a core player.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 17:18 UTC)

DiJonai Carrington is making headlines as the latest addition to the Chicago Sky's offseason moves. The trade negotiations for Liz Jackson, who averaged 14.7 points on 42.4% shooting last season with the Sparks, were first reported on Thursday, on Tuesday. Fans have voiced their disappointment over the recent trade of Angel Reese, viewing it as a troubling sign of losing a homegrown star.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 15:19 UTC)

The Chicago Sky made a significant move by trading two-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist Ariel Atkins to the Los Angeles Sparks in exchange for the 2024 No. 4 overall pick, Rickea Jackson, who averaged 14.7 points and 3.2 rebounds last season. In addition, the Sky has welcomed DiJonai Carrington to their roster and also traded a 2028 first-round pick to the Washington Mystics for guard Jacy Sheldon. This trade, completed on Sunday, on Friday, has sparked disappointment among fans, especially following the earlier trade of homegrown star Angel Reese.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 04:03 UTC)

The Sparks have made significant moves to strengthen their roster by signing Ariel Atkins to a multiyear deal in a sign-and-trade, while also adding 2019 All-Star Erica Wheeler to team up with 2024 No. 2 overall pick Cameron Brink. This trade for Rickea Jackson, completed on Sunday, involved the Sky giving up Atkins, who was a core player, and Jackson averaged 14.7 points on 42.4% shooting in her second year with the Sparks. With the addition of 10-time All-Star Nneka Ogwumike and the re-signing of four-time All-Star Kelsey Plum and three-time All-Star Dearica Hamby, the Sparks are clearly aiming to contend in 2026.

(UPDATED April 13, 2026 01:19 UTC)

The Chicago Sky has made headlines by trading Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for a pair of first-round picks April 3rd. Following this move, the team confirmed on Friday that DiJonai Carrington has joined their roster as part of their offseason strategy. This aggressive reconstruction has sparked significant reactions from fans as the Sky looks to reshape their lineup.

(UPDATED April 12, 2026 23:04 UTC)

The Chicago Sky made significant moves in free agency by adding seven-time All-Star Skylar Diggins and 2021 WNBA champion Azura Stevens, while also re-signing Elizabeth Williams and Rachel Banham. In a trade with the Washington Mystics, the Sky acquired guard Jacy Sheldon in exchange for a 2028 first-round pick, and Jackson, who was named to the All-Rookie team in 2024, was brought in after the Sky traded away core player Atkins. Fans expressed disappointment over the trade of homegrown star Angel Reese, highlighting concerns about the team's direction.

(UPDATED April 12, 2026 21:06 UTC)

The Chicago Sky made significant moves in the WNBA by trading two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins to the Los Angeles Sparks in exchange for Rickea Jackson, with both trades completed on Friday. The Sparks are bolstering their roster with Atkins, who averaged 13.1 points last season, while Jackson contributed 14.7 points for the Sky in 2025. Additionally, the Sky traded Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for future first-round picks, raising concerns about losing a homegrown talent.